Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Godshill. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Outlets that hold water back
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a hamlet or village like Godshill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Godshill
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. Typical surveys look at outlets choked with leaves and silt and cracked or split membrane, across EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Godshill, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Godshill (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Godshill: your questions answered
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Godshill, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Godshill?
Yes. Godshill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How much is a survey?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Common roof problems in Godshill
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Common reasons to book include:
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blocked or damaged outlets
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near All Saints' Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What experience they bring
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Flat roof surveys around Godshill
Godshill is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you look after a building like Godshill Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Historic houses such as Sheat Manor, about 2.5 miles north-west, show how far back building around Godshill goes. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan.
Godshill is about 5 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Whether the building in Godshill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in PO38 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Jubilee Close and Yarborough Close. We also cover the places around Godshill: Sandford (1 mile east), Rookley Green (1 mile north-west), Rookley (2 miles north-west), Whiteley Bank (2 miles east) and Merstone (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newport (5 miles north), Ryde (7 miles north-east), Cowes (9 miles north), Sandown (4 miles east), Shanklin (4 miles east) and Ventnor (4 miles south-east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Around Godshill
We work in homes and buildings around The Essex pub. Godshill’s nearest station is Shanklin station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Whitecroft Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Museum of Country And Agriculture (2.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Godshill includes Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Godshill
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
How we price flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
For a price for your roof in Godshill, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Godshill. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.